Louisville Institute - Doctoral Fellowship for Christians Exploring Careers in Theological Education

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DeadlineMarch 1, 2027

Award amountUS$3,000 each year for two years

Last checkedJun 24, 2026

PDF guide

2027 FBG Application Guide

Download the application guide for the 2027 First Book Grant for Research on Minoritized Christian Communities in North America. Details on eligibility, application, and deadlines.

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Deadline

January 15, 2027

Award amount

Up to US$55,000

Eligibility

Early-career, pre-tenured religion scholars; Teaching at theological schools, colleges, or universities in US or Canada; Earned a terminal research degree (Ph.D. or Th.D.); Faced significant adversity in professional lives; Engaged in scholarly research for first book publication

Requirements

Online application portal submission; Project core question (approx. 100 words); Project summary/abstract (approx. 200 words); Project snapshot (one sentence); Proposal keyword tags (3-5); Budget overview (percentages)

Application materials

Project core question; Project summary/abstract; Project snapshot; Proposal keyword tags; Budget overview; Statement of significant adversity

How to apply

Create an online profile on the application portal; Begin entering application elements; Submit application by January 15, 2027; Recommenders submit letters by January 22, 2027

Important dates

Application Due Date: January 15, 2027; Awards Announced: April 2027; Winter Seminar: January 2028

Documents

2027 FBG Application Guide (PDF)

Contact

grants@louisville-institute.org

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